January 23, 1929 November 16, 2015George Allan Gogo of San Antonio, FL passed away peacefully November 16, 2015 with his wife, Trish, and his children at his side. He had a long and valiant struggle with cancer (14 years), never complaining and never losing hopemaking the best of every single moment. Born in in Ferndale, MI (one of nine children) he grew up in Toronto, Ontariothen moved back to MI at 19drafted into the army and served two years in the Korean Conflict. Taking advantage of the G.I. Bill, he earned his BA, MS, PhD and EdD and spent his entire career in education where he touched the lives of so many. He was a teacher, principal, full professor, director of the Lab School at Northern Illinois University, and superintendent of schools.He and his wife retired in 1985, purchased a lovely home on the Costa del Sol (Spain) overlooking the Mediterranean, and they spent 8 wonderful years there, traveling extensively in Europe and the British Isles. They returned stateside to live in 1993 (NC) and moved to FL in 1996. He is preceded in death by his son, Robert, two sisters and three brothers and is survived by his wife, Trish, daughters Debra, Diane, Julia (Cedillo), daughter-in-law Sherry, and sons Ritchie, John, and Paul; sisters, Jeanne and Thelma; brother Norman;17 grandchildren and 8 greatgrands as well as numerous nieces and nephews. What a wonderful relationship he shared with one and all; he will be deeply missed. His long and remarkable life culminated with 30 years of a fabulous retirement. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center where he received 13 years of exemplary care (12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL 33612) or HPH Hospice who served him lovingly during his final days (12107 Majestic Blvd, Hudson, FL 34667). The Family will receive friends from 1-2:30 PM Thursday November 19th with a service to follow at 2:30 PM at Hodges Family Funeral Home, 11441 US HWY 301, Dade City, FL. A private burial will take place at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. Rest in peace our Beloved.